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How Can Hot Flashes After Menopause Be Treated?
I am a 59 year old woman. I had my cords ties at 21 years old.. I started going through menopause at 31 years of age. I cannot tell you how long I went through it , but I know It was years before It was over. Now I am getting what I think are hot flashes again. especially at night, so much so . it disrupts my sleep. Now I am having them 2 to 3 times throughout the day also. Please help. Sincerely T.
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Tue, 10 Apr 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
-Stay in cool rooms.Slight increases in your body's core temperature can trigger hot flashes.
-Watch what you eat and drink. Hot and spicy foods, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol can trigger hot flashes.
-Relax.
-Don't smoke.
-Lose weight.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
-Stay in cool rooms.Slight increases in your body's core temperature can trigger hot flashes.
-Watch what you eat and drink. Hot and spicy foods, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol can trigger hot flashes.
-Relax.
-Don't smoke.
-Lose weight.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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